Based on 3,476 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Indiana, White-tailed Deer is most often recorded in July; in Indiana it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #2 among mammals recorded in the state in our data.
Odocoileus virginianus
White-tailed Deer in Indiana by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Indiana in July
Eastern Cottontail
Eastern Fox Squirrel
Groundhog
Eastern Chipmunk
Common Raccoon
Eastern Gray Squirrel
American Red Squirrel
Virginia Opossum
Places to look in Indiana
State ParkTurkey Run State Park
State ParkBrown County State Park
State ParkProphetstown State Park
National ForestHoosier National Forest
State ParkMounds State Park
State ParkFalls of the Ohio State Park
FAQ
When does White-tailed Deer appear in Indiana?
Mainly June–May, with the most records in July.
How common is White-tailed Deer in Indiana?
It ranks #2 by number of iNaturalist observations among mammals in Indiana (3,476 records in our sample).